Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice (I love using penne or fettuccine)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
Instructions
- Start by cooking the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the chicken pieces, seasoning them with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. This step always reminds me of my dad’s kitchen, where garlic was the beginning of many great meals.
- Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer gently. Add the Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce thickens. It’s the kind of creamy magic my mom would whip up with just a few ingredients.
- Add the cooked pasta and chicken back into the skillet, tossing everything to coat. Let it cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.
- Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like a bit of kick.
- Serve hot and enjoy the creamy, garlicky goodness!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Pasta, recipe, cooking, food
